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7-Eleven aims for regional omnipresence
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 23/04/2018
» With an ubiquitous domestic presence, the 7-Eleven convenience store chain is looking to expand its footprint in Asia-Pacific to carry out its regional growth vision, says Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group chief executive Suphachai Chearavanont.
Ma says next 30 years will define Asia
News, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 11/10/2016
» The next 30 years will be critical for the digital age because of online and offline retail platforms, the Internet of Things, internet-based financing for greater financial inclusion and new technological knowledge, says Chinese internet billionaire and Alibaba Group founder Jack Ma.
Banks urged to cash in on CLMV growth
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/06/2016
» Thai banks have more room to penetrate neighbouring countries' banking sectors, with ample opportunities for loan growth and risk diversification, says an executive specialising in principal investments.
Personal loans eyed for business purposes
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 26/06/2015
» The Bank of Thailand has requested the Finance Ministry include occupational purpose as part of personal loan information.
Panel likely to keep policy rate on hold
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 27/04/2015
» The Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is expected to stand pat on its current policy interest rate at Wednesday's meeting, preferring to digest the first quarter economic growth before making any rate cut decision, economists concur.
Opinions divided on MPC rate action
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 09/03/2015
» Economists are split on whether the Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will slash its policy interest rate at Wednesday's meeting, though negative inflation induced by low oil prices and sluggish economic growth provides room for a cut.
Seminar: Stimuli to cut downside risks
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 03/10/2014
» The government's recently announced economic stimulus measures are expected to cut downside risks to Thailand's growth this year and help to drive next year's growth to 4.8%, says the Bank of Thailand.